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Abraham Lincoln

By abby.dueck

  • Abraham Lincoln was born in Kentucky

    He was born in Larue County, Kentucky to Thomas and Nancy Lincoln

  • Elected for President

    Abraham Lincoln ran for president against candidates John C. Breckenridge, Stephen Douglas, and John Bell. He won the election, making him the 16th president of the United States.

  • First Inaugural Address

    As tension between the free and slave states continued to grow, Lincoln gave a speech to address the people. In the First Inaugural Address, he reaffirmed his desire to preserve the union while not interfering with slavery.
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    Presidency

  • Gettysburg Address

    Gettysburg Address

    Following the unions win at the Battle of Gettysburg, Lincoln gave this well known speech at the dedication of the Soldiers National cemetery. In his speech, he spoke of how the Civil war will lead to one united nation where everyone is equal.
  • Lincoln's Assassination

    Lincoln's Assassination

    While watching a play at the Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C., Lincoln was shot by John Wilkes Booth.